Did you know that we record videos of most THC games? Matches are available to download for a couple of weeks after each game (and then stored off-line thereafter).
You can get them in 2 ways:
1) Install DropBox and email me for access to the folder.
or
2) Go to http://db.tt/1K6xaNr and download online.
Please note that this is a shared folder - if you delete a file it will be deleted for everyone, so don't delete files. If you do not want to have the files automatically downloaded to your hard disk, go for option (2).
Monday, 16 May 2011
Sunday, 15 May 2011
Ladies A 2 - 0 Vijayanti
The warriors of the Ladies A team found their rhythm on a relatively cool afternoon at Seng Kang.
Not only were there some outstanding individual performances but also, more importantly, impressive team play and an air of confidence that will make the rest of the league sit up and pay attention.
Gemma opened the scoring in the first half after picking up the ball in midfield and beating 3 players in a trademark run into the circle.
From then on it was one-way traffic, with Rosie, Chris and Kirsten all coming close. The short-corners looked sharper than in previous games and the attacking play up the right wing was fluid and threatening.
The second goal came with 15 minutes of the game remaining and involved some slick passing play between Leah, Gemma, Kok and Jen, with Rosie getting the final touch.
The midfield were able to dominate most of the play, with first Lou and then Meagan holding the back of the diamond firm, ably assisted by Farah, Jen and Kirsten. Sharifa was called into action rarely, but kept the ball clear when needed.
Vijayanti were not about to give up their league position easily and came back fiercely. Zira was forced to make several saves in the latter part of the game while Cynthia, Abi and Charlotte were fortunate to keep their sticks intact. Not so for TJ, who limped off with 8 minutes remaining, finally the victim of one of the many ill-timed swings from the Vijayanti attack.
Tornados can now go into the second half of the season with renewed optimism and a strong claim on a place in the playoffs.
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Not only were there some outstanding individual performances but also, more importantly, impressive team play and an air of confidence that will make the rest of the league sit up and pay attention.
Gemma opened the scoring in the first half after picking up the ball in midfield and beating 3 players in a trademark run into the circle.
From then on it was one-way traffic, with Rosie, Chris and Kirsten all coming close. The short-corners looked sharper than in previous games and the attacking play up the right wing was fluid and threatening.
The second goal came with 15 minutes of the game remaining and involved some slick passing play between Leah, Gemma, Kok and Jen, with Rosie getting the final touch.
The midfield were able to dominate most of the play, with first Lou and then Meagan holding the back of the diamond firm, ably assisted by Farah, Jen and Kirsten. Sharifa was called into action rarely, but kept the ball clear when needed.
Vijayanti were not about to give up their league position easily and came back fiercely. Zira was forced to make several saves in the latter part of the game while Cynthia, Abi and Charlotte were fortunate to keep their sticks intact. Not so for TJ, who limped off with 8 minutes remaining, finally the victim of one of the many ill-timed swings from the Vijayanti attack.
Tornados can now go into the second half of the season with renewed optimism and a strong claim on a place in the playoffs.
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Saturday, 14 May 2011
Ladies B 0 - SCC 4
The Ladies B team continued their rapid improvement in a hard fought game against SCC. Unfortunately a flu virus had devastated the squad leaving them with only one substitute, which is never good in the Singapore climate. Ally again put in an MVP performance but she was ably assisted by her trio of defenders (Milly, Afifqah and Jane).
Other notable performances came from Marianne and Sharm, both of whom really stepped up their game for this match.
In the midfield Atiqah, Queenie and Charisse never stopped running. Sara up front showed some newly acquired skills and Rashiqah once again caused the opposition a lot of trouble on the break.
There were only positives from this game and surely a win will come before the end of the season!
Monday, 9 May 2011
Tour Calendar 2011
Now that the Ladies and Men's 1s season is in full swing, and the trials for the 2s and 3s are out of the way, we can focus on the serious business of hockey tours!
Tornados are intending to send teams to the tours listed below in 2011. However, we need volunteers to help organise so, if any of these tours interest you, please consider giving something back to the club and volunteer to get involved.
Also, if there is a tour you particularly want to attend but it's not on the list, feel free to recommend it (provided that you are also willing to help organise it!)
Keep an eye on your email, the blog and our facebook page for more details in due course.
July 16-17
RSC Hockey 9s, KL, Malaysia
The Royal Selangor Club's 2-day tournament is known for the good standard of hockey and even more so for the Saturday night party.
Men's and Ladies'
August
The Agro Cup, Singapore
Our own state-of-origin competition, played out for the Agro Cup, in honour of stalwart and former club secretary Stephen "Agro" Whitton. The format is a half-day, mixed 5-a-side event at Hockey Village, with sausage sizzle and party to follow. Last year the Kiwis beat England in an exciting final. Expect this year's competition to even more keenly contested!
Mixed
September
Magical Mystery Tour, TBA
Sure to be a highlight of the year, make sure your passport is up to date and let us know if you are banned from any countries. The Tour Committee are currently putting together a tour to remember (or at least try to remember) that will take in some of the wonders that Asia has to offer.
Men's, Ladies' and Mixed
October
Wooden Shoe, Singapore
The Dutch always put on a good show at this 1-day 7-a-side tournament at Seng Kang. With cheap beer on tap throughout the day, it is best not to make any evening plans.
Men's and Ladies'
November 12-13
Vietnam Hockey Festival, HCM
The Vietnam Tornados will be hosting the 4th installation of their popular 6-a-side competition in November. Always a favourite event, we usually send several teams.
Men's and Ladies'
December 3-4
Kings Cup, Bangkok, Thailand
(Subject to confirmation)
A hugely popular way to end the year. Cool off in the pool between games and, when the hockey is done, Bangkok has something for everyone...
Men's and Ladies'
Tornados are intending to send teams to the tours listed below in 2011. However, we need volunteers to help organise so, if any of these tours interest you, please consider giving something back to the club and volunteer to get involved.
Also, if there is a tour you particularly want to attend but it's not on the list, feel free to recommend it (provided that you are also willing to help organise it!)
Keep an eye on your email, the blog and our facebook page for more details in due course.
July 16-17
RSC Hockey 9s, KL, Malaysia
The Royal Selangor Club's 2-day tournament is known for the good standard of hockey and even more so for the Saturday night party.
Men's and Ladies'
August
The Agro Cup, Singapore
Our own state-of-origin competition, played out for the Agro Cup, in honour of stalwart and former club secretary Stephen "Agro" Whitton. The format is a half-day, mixed 5-a-side event at Hockey Village, with sausage sizzle and party to follow. Last year the Kiwis beat England in an exciting final. Expect this year's competition to even more keenly contested!
Mixed
September
Magical Mystery Tour, TBA
Sure to be a highlight of the year, make sure your passport is up to date and let us know if you are banned from any countries. The Tour Committee are currently putting together a tour to remember (or at least try to remember) that will take in some of the wonders that Asia has to offer.
Men's, Ladies' and Mixed
October
Wooden Shoe, Singapore
The Dutch always put on a good show at this 1-day 7-a-side tournament at Seng Kang. With cheap beer on tap throughout the day, it is best not to make any evening plans.
Men's and Ladies'
November 12-13
Vietnam Hockey Festival, HCM
The Vietnam Tornados will be hosting the 4th installation of their popular 6-a-side competition in November. Always a favourite event, we usually send several teams.
Men's and Ladies'
December 3-4
Kings Cup, Bangkok, Thailand
(Subject to confirmation)
A hugely popular way to end the year. Cool off in the pool between games and, when the hockey is done, Bangkok has something for everyone...
Men's and Ladies'
Sunday, 8 May 2011
Ladies A 1 - 2 Dutch
The Ladies As emphatically demonstrated that they are still the best team in the league, despite losing 2-1 to the Dutch. MVP went to Helen for a sterling performance in midfield that galvanized the team around her to show, at last, what they are truly capable of. Meanwhile Gemma maintained her record of scoring in every game she has played in.
The umpiring decisions allowed the Dutch to play their destructive game as a continuous onslaught of stick tackles, dropped shoulders and cynical back-sticks went unpunished. The Dutch were fortunate to see out the entire game with 11 players, let alone a win and 3 points. Tornados, however, will be ruing their failure to convert any one of 7 short corners into a goal.
Tornados must now refocus on a top 4 finish and hope to meet the Dutch in the semi-finals to wreak their deserved revenge.
The umpiring decisions allowed the Dutch to play their destructive game as a continuous onslaught of stick tackles, dropped shoulders and cynical back-sticks went unpunished. The Dutch were fortunate to see out the entire game with 11 players, let alone a win and 3 points. Tornados, however, will be ruing their failure to convert any one of 7 short corners into a goal.
Tornados must now refocus on a top 4 finish and hope to meet the Dutch in the semi-finals to wreak their deserved revenge.
Wednesday, 20 April 2011
Tornados B vs. Vijayanti
Tornados Ladies B's suffered a heavy 11-0 defeat at the hands of a very young and well drilled Vijayanti team which moved up to 4th place in the league after this result. The score however, does not reflect how well the B's competed in this game. Every week the team is improving both in individual skills and teamwork.
Ally again put in a strong performance in goal to win MVP.
The B's can now look forward to a coupe of games against more modest opponents.
Saturday, 16 April 2011
Ladies As 1 - 3 Theresians
Ladies As narrowly lost to Theresians, who last season were relegated from the Premier League.
The scoreline flattered the Theresians, though Tornados will rue their failure to continue with their early good form and right-side attack.
The Tornados goal came from Kirsten who, seconds into the second half, drove the ball into the circle from the right and executed a perfect short handle hit to clip the ball past the keeper to level the scoreline.
MVP went to Sharifa for some outstanding saves in the second half, though there were many great individual performances. With some tough games out of the way, the remainder of the season looks promising for a top-4 finish and even the league title is still in sight.
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